Phetchaburi invites you to the grand event, "Phetchaburi Food Festival, Exquisite Art and Local Traditions 2026," reinforcing its status as a world-class creative city for gastronomy.

Ms. Wanpen Mangsri, Deputy Governor of Phetchaburi Province, presided over the press conference, along with Ms. Thivalrat Angkinanth, Chairperson of the Committee on Religion, Arts, and Culture of the House of Representatives and Member of Parliament for Phetchaburi Constituency 1 ; Ms. Pratin Poolnil, Phetchaburi Provincial Cultural Officer ; Ms. Thanada Wijakhan, Deputy Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phetchaburi Office ; Mr. Thanin Chuenjai, a traditional Phetchaburi lacquerware craftsman ; Mr. Kritsanarong Chanplook, a local Phetchaburi chef; and Mr. Chatchai Naksuk, President of the Ban Rai Sathon Tham Rong Community-Based Tourism Enterprise, who all shared information about the event.

Ms. Wanpen Mangsri, Deputy Governor of Phetchaburi Province, revealed that Phetchaburi possesses outstanding and unique cultural assets. This event aims to allow tourists to experience cultural values ​​through hands-on activities, thereby creating jobs, generating income, and stimulating the grassroots economy. Key highlights of the five-day event include an exhibition commemorating the royal benevolence of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother; a display of eight royally approved Thai dress styles and local fabrics; demonstrations and exhibitions of Phetchaburi's traditional crafts by expert artisans; a savory and sweet food competition; a Gastronomy @Phetchaburi animation competition; DIY activities ; and the sale of cultural handicrafts and local products from all eight districts.

Food lovers shouldn't miss the demonstrations of local and creative dishes from renowned chefs, reflecting the unique characteristics of the "Three Flavors City" through key ingredients like palm sugar, sea salt, and lime. Enjoy delicious food from over 60 famous restaurants, along with cultural performances and concerts by renowned artists every evening, including Pao Paowalee , Ryal Kajbundit , Sayamo , Tao Phusilp, and Lek Rachamesth.

Phetchaburi Province cordially invites residents and tourists from across the country to experience the charm, beauty of art, and rich cultural way of life at the “Phetchaburi Food, Art, and Local Culture Festival 2026” from July 24-28, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the King Mongkut Memorial Park (Phra Nakhon Khiri). Admission to the event is free for all attendees.